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1997 · 98 min · PG-13

Men in Black

Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld · Action, Adventure, Comedy, Science Fiction

Men in Black (1997) is a Action film, directed by Barry Sonnenfeld set in New York City during the 1990s. It runs 98 minutes and is rated PG-13.

A alien invasion, with a comedic and tense tone.

Composer
Danny Elfman
Cinematography
Donald Peterman
Cast
Tommy Lee JonesWill SmithLinda FiorentinoVincent D'OnofrioRip TornTony ShalhoubSiobhan Fallon HoganMike Nussbaum

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1990s

Premise & themes

Premise
Alien Invasion
Tone
ComedicTense

Shape

Protagonist
Two Hander
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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